Last weekend my daughter was involved in shooting a pilot for a kids TV show. If the pilot makes its way successfully through focus group testing, and is picked up by a broadcaster, it will air 32 episodes this summer. We are all very excited about this! And, spending the day with the 4 children chosen to be involved was a real learning experience for me.

It reminded me of the innocence that is lost in the transition from childhood to adulthood. Unfortunately, as we grow up, we also grow out of feeling comfortable with ourselves and our abilities.

Think about how we, as adults, often behave before we have a big meeting, important presentation or some event that is very important to us. I don't know about you, but before a large speaking event, my inner dialogue goes something like this;

• What if I forget what I am supposed to say?
• What if I remember what I am supposed to say, but nobody wants to listen to me?
• What if I come down with the flu?
• I am so nervous. I just want this to be over! 

Watching my daughter, before and during the filming, was a humbling experience. None of those 4 children lost any sleep the night before. Each of them had an appetite for breakfast, and they entered the studio feeling eager to jump in! They felt completely comfortable and utterly confident! They made friends with one another instantly and saw the entire day as one big adventure. I don't believe one of them had any feelings that they would not be able to perform as required, were not worthy of being chosen for this opportunity, or that they might somehow fail. It simply did not enter into their minds. The kids all felt so good ... and they didn't need anyone around them to help with that..

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